Activities at Adlington Manor Care Home
Activities are an integral part of life at our care home. We want to ensure that the people we support have as much fun as possible during their time with us, so it’s important that our activities programme is created with the interests of residents in mind. Our skilled Activities Coordinators bring a certain uniqueness to the home that can’t be found anywhere else, and which is reflected in the activities they organise.
Lynne Bowler
I joined the activities team at Adlington Manor in May 2017. Previously, I have worked as a tree surgeon and have had heavy involvement with the Guides and Brownies. I love participating in activities with residents, whether that's by driving the minibus on trips outside the home, or by engaging in themed days.
I am passionate about my role and especially the challenge of coming up with new ways to engage as many residents as possible in our activities here.
Read our brochure 'Life-enriching activities' for more information about life in our care homes.
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Activities and Events Partnerships
As part of our bespoke life-enrichment programmes, we host a number of live virtual events in the home on a regular basis through a number of partnerships with places of interest and world class performance companies
Life at Adlington Manor Care Home
Wimbledon highlights
Residents and staff at Adlington Manor care home in Cheshire were at the ready for the start of Wimbledon on June 28th with delicious strawberries and cream, all washed down with a cocktail
Tennis fans at Adlington Manor were delighted to be able to watch this year’s 134th Championships after the disappointment of last year’s tournament having to be cancelled. Residents and staff got together to watch the matches and celebrated by having afternoon tea whipped up by Hospitality with traditional Wimbledon-inspired strawberry and cream treats.
Fiona, General Manager at the home, said: “We’ve had a fantastic time celebrating the return of Wimbledon today, it is always a firm favourite with our residents. We really missed the tournament last year so we’re planning on watching as much as we possibly can this year and enjoying every minute!”
Dartmoor Zoo
We were able to virtually dive into the impressive wildlife of Dartmoor Zoo.
We explored its grounds and learnt about the unique history of the park from the zoo’s educational team. The culmination of the tour was the live tiger training demonstration, which was wonderful to see and enjoyed by all.
Our residents were delighted to see amazing photos and short videos of the animals and take a peek inside their home.
Iceland's Puffin Rescue Centre
We took a wonderful virtual trip to Iceland’s Puffin Rescue Centre at the Beluga Whale Sanctuary.
We were able to virtually meet some of the rescued Atlantic Puffins and to learn interesting facts about their care and unique lives. We took a peek into their lives in the wild, the Puffling rescue program in the Westman Islands, and how SEA LIFE Trust Beluga Whale Sanctuary’s team takes care of these charismatic little birds each day.
It was a very exciting experience, enjoyed by all.
Global Beatles Day
Today we had a fantastic day celebrating Global Beatles Day in honour of the famous rock band.
We spent the day watching films about the ideals of the Beatles, listening to the Beatles' classics and reminiscing about the 60s.
Our residents got involved in fun-filled themed activities, including dancing and singing.
It was a lovely day, enjoyed by all.
A trip to Blaze Farm
Residents from Adlington Manor enjoyed a trip to Blaze Farm where they were able to sample homemade ice-cream and enjoy the surroundings from this popular local destination.
Blaze Farm in Wildboarclough is an award winning farm set on the edge of the Peak District. Famous for their Hilly Billy Ice Cream – all made on the farm using milk from the Peak District, and theTea Rooms – offering mouth-watering home baked cakes, we're worth a visit all year round and residents were delighted to return after such a long time.
Our varied life enrichment programme keeps residents active, and provides a daily choice of engaging physical, mental and spiritual activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities.
Residents enjoy canal trip
Staff and residents at Adlington Manor care home in Adlington, Cheshire were celebrating being able to go on short excursions again as lockdown restrictions ease across the country. Residents are now able to go on a short trip to outdoor spaces without having to isolate on their return.
Residents from Adlington Manor enjoyed a long-awaited trip on New Horizons canal boat where they were able to enjoy a leisurely morning trip along the Macclesfield canal, enjoying the lovely views and have morning coffee with a variety of snacks served along the route.
Fiona Gough, General Manager at Adlington Manor commented: “It is absolutely wonderful to be able to take our residents out for trips again. We have all been waiting for this day and we are so thankful it is finally here. Our residents have enjoyed all sorts of different entertainment during lockdown but nothing beats some fresh air and a change of scenery to blow away the cobwebs.”
